Waterfall Hikes Near Athens, GA

143,173 residents
New_York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Athens? Luckily, there are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Athens, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.9508°N, -83.3689°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Athens

Find waterfalls to hike near Athens

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Athens (2 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

9.3 miles away

Georgia

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.2 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Clay Creek Falls waterfall

Clay Creek Falls

20.2 miles away

Georgia

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Athens (3 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Clay Creek Falls waterfall

Clay Creek Falls

20.2 miles away

Georgia

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

32.6 miles away

Georgia

Difficulty: Hard

Trail Length: 4.2 miles

Elevation Gain: 1200 ft

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

33.1 miles away

Georgia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.1 miles

Elevation Gain: 600 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Athens With Waterfalls

Toccoa Falls waterfall

Toccoa Falls

9.3 miles away

Georgia

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.2 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Clay Creek Falls waterfall

Clay Creek Falls

20.2 miles away

Georgia

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Black Falls waterfall

Black Falls

41.7 miles away

Georgia

Difficulty: Unknown

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Cochrans Falls waterfall

Cochrans Falls

32.6 miles away

Georgia

Difficulty: Hard

Trail Length: 4.2 miles

Elevation Gain: 1200 ft

Amicalola Falls waterfall

Amicalola Falls

33.1 miles away

Georgia

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 2.1 miles

Elevation Gain: 600 ft